Carbon Dioxide L3K Reagent

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

29 CFR 1910.1200) Physical state Liquid. Appearance Clear, yellow liquid. Emergency overview WARNING Harmful if swallowed. May be slightly irritating to skin and eyes. May cause irritation of respiratory tract. May cause central nervous system effects. May cause damage to the kidneys. May damage the unborn child if large amounts are swallowed. OSHA regulatory status This product is considered hazardous under 29 CFR 1910.1200 (Hazard Communication).

Principle Routes of Exposure

Inhalation. Ingestion. Skin contact. Eye contact. Eyes May cause eye irritation. Skin May cause skin irritation. Inhalation In high concentrations, vapors may be irritating to the respiratory system. Ingestion Large quantities: Ingestion of ethylene glycol may result in nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramps, blindness, liver damage, irritation, reproductive effects, nerve damage, convulsions, edema of the lung, cardiopulmonary effects (metabolic acidosis), pneumonia and kidney failure which could result in death. The single lethal dose for humans is about 100 ml. Inhalation of high levels of vapors or mists for prolonged periods of time may also result in toxic effects. Target organs Eyes. Skin. Central nervous system. Kidney

Potential chronic health

Can cause kidney damage. Can cause nervous system damage. Signs and symptoms Direct contact with skin and eyes may cause irritation.

Environmental effects

The product components are not classified as environmentally hazardous. However, this does not exclude the possibility that large or frequent spills can have a harmful or damaging effect on the environment.